USA: New Yorker sues fastfood chains for his obesity
By just-food.com editorial team | 30 July 2002
A class action lawsuit has been filed in the Bronx Supreme Court, seeking compensation against four leading fastfood chains that are accused of contributing to the plaintiff's obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Maintenance worker Caesar Barber and others have filed the suit against McDonald's, KFC Corp., Burger King and Wendy's.
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A class action lawsuit has been filed in the Bronx Supreme Court, seeking compensation against four leading fastfood chains that are accused of contributing to the plaintiff's obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Maintenance worker Caesar Barber and others have filed the suit against McDonald's, KFC Corp., Burger King and Wendy's.
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